- Matchup: Buffalo Bulls vs Toledo Rockets
- Date: Friday, March 6, 2026
- Venue: Savage Arena, Toledo, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Buffalo Bulls (17-13) are set to face off against the Toledo Rockets (16-14) at Savage Arena this Friday.
In their most recent game, the Buffalo Bulls defeated Eastern Michigan with a score of 72-67. The Bulls recorded 15 personal fouls, while Eastern Michigan accumulated 20. The Bulls struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only 2 of 12 attempts. Eastern Michigan, on the other hand, shot 81.3% from the free-throw line by converting 13 of their 16 chances. While they secured 32 rebounds (6 offensive, 26 defensive), Eastern Michigan did not record any blocks. They facilitated 11 assists and snatched 3 steals during the game. Buffalo’s defense allowed their opponents to shoot 46.4% from the field, as they made 26 out of 56 attempts. The Bulls managed to dish out 12 assists, create 11 turnovers, and earn 4 steals. On the boards, they secured 29 rebounds, with 4 being offensive. From the charity stripe, Buffalo converted 17 of 22 attempts for a success rate of 77.3%. Overall, they finished the game with a shooting percentage of 45.1% (23 of 51) and made 9 out of 24 shots from three-point territory.
Ryan Sabol was a standout player in this game, shooting 56.3% from the field with 1 assist. Playing for 38 minutes, he recorded 2 rebounds and scored 27 points on 9 of 16 shooting.
This season, Buffalo has a record of 17-13. They average 10.8 turnovers per game and commit 16.3 personal fouls. Team-wise, Buffalo grabs an average of 31.7 rebounds per game and has accumulated 441 assists this year, ranking them 137th nationally in terms of passing efficiency. The Bulls are shooting 38.2% from three-point range (288 of 753) and 74.2% from the free-throw line. They average 78.3 points per game, placing them 122nd in the country, while shooting 47.1% from the field.
On defense, the Bulls force opponents into 12.3 turnovers per game and draw an average of 17.7 personal fouls. They allow 34.5% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 233rd for opponent points per game (75.5). Buffalo gives up a shooting percentage of 47.1% (809 of 1,717) and averages 33.4 rebounds per game, which puts them at 320th in the nation for assists allowed, with 475 conceded this season.
In their last outing, the Toledo Rockets suffered a 74-72 loss to Miami. The Rockets allowed Miami to grab 26 total rebounds (5 offensive). Toledo shot 37.5% from three-point range, converting 12 of 32 attempts, and made 8 of 14 free throws (57.1%). Miami managed to hit 27 of 54 shots from the field, resulting in a 50.0% shooting percentage. Overall, Toledo went 32 for 67, achieving a shooting success rate of 47.8%. From beyond the arc, the Rockets made just 6 of 21 attempts (28.6%). Miami committed 9 personal fouls, which gave Toledo only 2 free throw opportunities. The Rockets recorded 10 turnovers but managed to secure 13 steals during the game, accumulating a total of 30 rebounds with 23 defensive boards and 7 offensive.
Leroy Blyden Jr. played a significant role for the Rockets, hitting 9 of 18 shots for a shooting percentage of 50.0% and grabbing 2 rebounds. He logged 36 minutes on the court, scoring 21 points and providing 2 assists.
Toledo has a season record of 16-14. The Rockets average 15.0 personal fouls per game and shoot 76.9% from the free-throw line. They average 15.7 assists (ranked 78th nationally) and 10.2 turnovers per game. Toledo has scored 2,426 points this season (80.9 per game) and averages 34.3 rebounds per game. Offensively, they are shooting 48.2% from the field, which ranks 38th nationwide.
Defensively, Toledo stands 258th in points allowed, giving up 76.8 per game. They force 12.8 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 46.7% from the floor (ranking 314th nationally). Opposing teams shoot 34.5% from three-point range (253 of 734), and their free-throw shooting is being converted at a rate of 69.7%. The Rockets also concede an average of 15.0 assists and 35.1 total rebounds per game, ranking 294th and 232nd respectively in college basketball.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take Toledo
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